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A single serving of Protein Cottage Cheesecake Jars topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.

Protein Cottage Cheesecake Jars

These protein cottage cheesecake jars are a simple and healthy dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cottage cheese full fat
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or to taste
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup berries fresh or frozen
  • 2 tbsp chopped nuts

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Small bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Combine cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
  3. Layer the graham cracker mixture at the bottom of four small jars or bowls.
  4. Spoon the cottage cheese mixture over the crust.
  5. Top with berries and nuts, if desired.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10g

Notes

You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup. Feel free to experiment with different toppings like fruit preserves or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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